Latest News
On this page you will find all the news items and media releases from Hurunui District Council. You can use the drop down list and the 'start' and 'end' dates, to narrow your search.
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A new kiwi driver
HDC News itemsWhat a milestone for Dennis, who has completed his overseas driver licence conversion. Supported throughout the process by mentor Craig Ritchie...
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Facing their futures
HDC News itemsEarlier this month a bunch of Hurunui’s young people visited Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre for four days of development, before embarking on their 2026 leadership roles.
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Who Ya Gonna Call? Weedbusters!
HDC News itemsIt’s been a busy year for the Hurunui Weedbusters, aided by Rima Herber, Water and Land Co-ordinator at Hurunui District Council.
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Working together for biodiversity and the climate
HDC News itemsThe environmental future is in good hands in Hurunui for this triennium.
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Connecting with the future
HDC News itemsThe wheels on the bus go round and round….. but how exactly do you navigate the network?
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An outstanding year of achievement for Hurunui students
HDC News itemsIt was an afternoon of celebration and considerable pride Tuesday 16 December, as eight students from across the District were recognised at the 2025 Secondary School Achievers Awards.
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Local Water Done Well – December Update
HDC News itemsThe creation of a WSCCO by Hurunui and Kaikōura District Councils, is one step closer to a July 1 2026 start date, with the adoption of a Constitution and Shareholders’ Agreement.
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Sowing the SEED
HDC News itemsIt’s all about the possibilities for six youth, thanks to a Hurunui initiative dedicated to their future.
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Practicing for the real world
HDC News itemsHave you ever come out of a job interview and wished you could push rewind and start again?
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Council celebrates community connectedness at Christmas
HDC News itemsSeasonal fruit, Christmas mince pies and a side-serving of positive reflection were on the menu for the Mayoral Morning Tea, Monday 8 December - celebrating the work of Together Hurunui.
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Total Council asset value tops one billion dollars
HDC News itemsHurunui District Council officially adopted the 2025 Annual Report on Tuesday 2 December, with the revaluation of roading assets taking the total value of assets under Council control over $1B.
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Local Water Done Well – November Update
HDC News itemsThe creation of a Water Services Council Controlled Organisation (WSCCO), will help make delivery of your water, stormwater and wastewater, more efficient and more resilient in the years to come.
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Decision made on Grierson Avenue proposal
HDC News itemsIt was voted by Councillors today to approve the extension of Grierson Avenue, to provide a resilient alternative access route to Amberley Golf Club and adjacent areas.
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New survey to build a stronger hurunui
HDC News itemsAfter a tumultuous few weeks of adverse weather, proposed police reviews and local-body elections, a new survey has been launched to find out more about the wants and needs of Hurunui residents.
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Rural community unites for post-wind event
HDC News itemsRepresentatives from across rural-Canterbury gathered in Culverden, to talk to local people about the recent adverse weather events, seek guidance on recovery and relax with a bite to eat.
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Broadening community connections for the South Ward
HDC News itemsCommunity and connection will be the focus of the newly formed South Ward Community Board. The Inaugural Meeting took place on Thursday 6 November at Council Chambers in Amberley.
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Lending a hand for secure drinking water
HDC News itemsThe drinking water at Hanmer Springs Forest Camp will soon be supplied by Council’s Hanmer Springs Township water system. This is thanks to Council approving...a $130,000 loan from Council...
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A changing of the guard for Deputy Mayor
HDC News itemsToday Hurunui District Council welcomed its new Council for this triennium. The Inaugural meeting took place in Chambers in Amberley this afternoon...
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Students bring a fresh perspective to CoastSnap project.
HDC News itemsA group of five students from UC presented the results from their GEOG309 course project to Council staff last week, after spending 12 weeks reviewing data from Council CoastSnap stands.
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Basketball half court is double the fun
HDC News itemsGetting good at slam dunks will be an option for Amberley locals this summer, thanks to a basketball half court that has recently opened at Amberley Domain.
